Local News

Coquitlam RCMP are crediting the quick response of the Mounties' Air One helicopter and police dog units for the safe diffusion of a potentially explosive situation near a Port Coquitlam daycare centre.

The cost of burying a family member or loved one in the Port Coquitlam cemetery could increase if council approves a new cemetery bylaw amendment.

City-owned property around Pinetree Way in Coquitlam is going up for sale to get ready for the Evergreen Line. Last week, city council rezoned 1112 Westwood St. - a vacant 2.

The city of Port Coquitlam is looking at ways of increasing foot traffic in its downtown neighbourhood in an effort to improve the environment and bolster business in the area.

Being able to recognize and deal with workers who have a mental health health challenge is increasingly the role of managers and human resources staff but few have the skills or education to do so.

Guest Column Those who lament, "I can't create a proper budget because I'm not good with numbers" unfortunately often follow it with, "I just can't find more money to invest in my RRSP".

By Diane Strandberg The Tri-City News B.C. businesses now have some extra incentive to hire young people thanks to a new pilot program aimed at bolstering youth employment.

HMCS Port Moody. It's a dream that local historian David Spence has been harbouring for some time - to see the name of his town painted on the stern of a Canadian naval warship.

Coquitlam Fire and Rescue may have seen a small increase in the number of calls in 2010, but it is nothing compared to what is expected in the next few years.

PoMo gets peek at preliminary design By Todd Coyne The Tri-City News Port Moody city council took the first step towards approving a new No.1 fire hall for the city, and now they're asking residents to take out a $16-million loan to pay for it.